Essington 30s bands

Do you love listening to Tommy Dorsey & His Orchestra? How about Benny Goodman & His Orchestra? If so, then you’ll love our selection of 30s Bands here on GigMasters. Modeled after the original bands of the decade, these groups can be hired for private gigs in the Essington, PA area.

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We're so glad you're here. Five things to know about us:
1. We're friendly, flexible, top-shelf musicians who love the worldwide evolution of jazz in the 20th century. And who play like people in love.
2. We're not so much a jazz band as an emotional weather system. We're a party on Gatsby's lawn. We're a cobblestone street in Paris at dusk. We're a nightclub in Rio. We're the early hours of the morning in the French Quarter of New Orleans. We're a mood, an atmosphere, an...(more)

The Recessionals Jazz Band embodies the subversive bootleg era culture of the 1920's and 1930's and were recently named the Gigmasters "Best of 2016" as well as "Best of 2015"! The band was born on the streets of New York City where they cut their teeth playing hot and sweet jazz in the big apple before moving beyond to audiences around the country. The band has performed at some of the most prestigious jazz haunts such as The Blue Note in New York City and Boston Swing Central. They were...(more)

Louis Pettinelli Music provides premium live entertainment for your wedding, party, or private event.
We stand out with our unwavering professionalism, tasteful musicality, flexibility, and diverse song repertoire. We perform jazz standards by seminal composers such as Cole Porter and Ira Gershwin, as well as uniquely funky and jazzy renditions of compositions by Stevie Wonder and many other pop artists, and much more. The Louis Pettinelli Jazz Group is available anywhere from 1-6 pieces...(more)

"Kosher Jazz" specializes in laid back, background swing, jazz, and bossa nova, plus we can rock your simcha with yiddish, israeli, and klezmer hits if called for! (we also play background jewish music if that's what you want for your event.) We can pull off Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, Benny Goodman, Louis Armstrong jazz hits, even though we're just a trio! We can also add more musicians if your event calls for it.
The core trio is: keyboards with built-in rhythm sounds (sounds like a...(more)

Hi everybody, we're the Hot Taters. Formed in October 2008 as the Hot Patootoes, we evolved in June 2009 to become the Hot Taters!. We bring you the best in 20's, 30's & 40's hot jazz, swing, Dixieland, & New Orleans Mardi Gras music. We're a versitile band of experienced muli-instrumentalists who play music from hard driving Dixieland to classic ballads to happy sing-a-longs to New Orleans brass band funk. In addition, we have a dynamic female vocalist. We've played music & arts festivals,...(more)

Members of the Four Prophet String Band have been busy playing in Philadelphia-based bluegrass, old time, and jazz bands for the past several years. They've recently come together to share their love of three- and four-part harmony singing, and the exhilarating rhythms of traditional Southern fiddle styles. They have played throughout the Northeastern US at weddings, square dances, private events, and local venues, and thrive on the energy between musicians and a dancing crowd. Playing both...(more)

Performing music from the Swing Era to the Rat Pack Stylings of the 1950's and 60's
Jerry has gained popularity among connoisseurs of jazz & swing, young and old. His interpretations of tunes from the "Great American Song Book" and legendary singers like Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Bobby Darin, Nat King Cole and others, plus, the sight, sound, and music of the great big bands, will set the stage and carry you back to an era when this sultry and swinging music was the "Pop" of the day...(more)

The Jump City Jazz Orchestra is a dynamic big band orchestra comprised of eighteen of the Delaware Valley's finest musicians and vocalists. With our authentic big band sound, the Jump City Jazz Orchestra has delighted audiences at concerts, dances, weddings and corporate events with its entertaining and exciting performances of the 20th Century's greatest music since its founding in 1994.
Whether you prefer big band swing, torchy standards, Latin, classic rock, Motown, or special requests,...(more)

La Vie En Rose is a marriage of French Chanson and Golden Age swing, with a repertoire of timeless American standards and French jazz songs: old classics with a hot twist celebrating France, love and music.
A bridge between the old world and the new, between French charm and American glam.?With the melodious voice of French singer Violette and her musicians from around the world, all the ingredients are gathered to make it hot and keep you swinging all night…
Band sizes from solo to a...(more)

This band has everything… Their sound is HEARTFELT to SMOKIN' HOT! From the tasty guitar licks, to the sass and style of singer Amber Rae, to the boom and sizzle of the hottest female drummer around Philadelphia, The Swinging Foxes will have you wanting more and will be just what you are looking for! Our presence and musical style will be the perfect spice to compliment your Wedding, Birthday Party, Business Function, or any occasion you are looking to feature some incredible music....(more)

The Lobsters Big Band swings hard, featuring the timeless music of Count Basie , Frank Sinatra, Benny Goodman, Quincy Jones, as well as hip new arrangements--everything from 40's swing to hot latin and salsa. Led by keyboardist and arranger James "King Salmon" Lafferty, the full tilt big band is comprised of five saxes, four trumpets, four trombones, and the kickin' Lobster rhythm section.
The Lobsters Big Band features the soulful singing of Newark's own, Ms. Carrie Jackson. Leading the...(more)

The Rob Stoneback Big Band is a 19-piece swinging big band that kicks butt! We've performed all over the Mid-Atlantic region, including New York, Philadelphia, Atlantic City, Baltimore--yes, even Lincoln Center.
Members of the band include alumni of the Glenn Miller, Tommy Dorsey, Jimmy Dorsey, Harry James, Gene Krupa, and Buddy Rich big bands. On the jazz stage the guys have played with Clark Terry, Phil Woods, Stanley Turrentine, Urbie Green, Bill Watrous, Wycliffe Gordon, Bud Shank,...(more)

From contemporary to classical Jazz, classical music, soft and acoustic rock. Lucas is best known as a jazz vocalist who has been called "the voice that rivals the great Sinatra" - Lucas is the voice you want . Either as a solo artist or with a band of any number of incredible musicians. Entertainment for any occasion. Specializing in the American SongBook Classics and standard jazz.
Lucas performs as a "solo" act with back tracks, or with a small group. He has performed at venues all over...(more)

Kristin's jazz band is available to perform as a duo, trio, or quartet. Whether it's a corporate event, private party, or a wedding, Kristin's band is reliable, flexible, and most importantly entertaining. The group performs jazz standards, bossa nova, and holiday music. Influenced by Ella Fitzgerald, Shirley Horn, Frank Sinatra, Peggy Lee, and many more, the band's song list is eclectic and versatile, full of classic songs that your guests know and love. Kristin began singing as a child and...(more)

La Vie En Rose Band is a tasteful marriage of French Chanson & Golden Age swing, with a repertoire of timeless American standards and French jazz songs: a unique alliance between the old world and the new, between French charm, American glam and soulful pop. With the melodious voice of French native singer Violette and her musicians from around the world, all the ingredients are gathered to make it hot and keep you swinging all night!
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***Featured in Ny wedding mag "the un-wedding bands"***
Over 100 bookings on Gigmasters, Best of 2012, 2013, 2014 and 2015!
Oh La La! featuring French chanteuse Marie Michèle have been playing all over clubs, events and weddings happily ever afters for already 6 years, all over New York and the tri-state, but also nationwide and in Europe. Delighting everyone with their joyous 30's and 40's swing sound, delicate chanson française and sultry bossa-nova, they also love to keep everyone...(more)

From the smokey cabaret halls of Montmartre to the dingy bars of prohibition-era New York, Sweet Megg and her Wayfarers explore the sultry and sometimes crass music of the 1920s and 30s. Featuring songs from Edith Piaf, Fats Waller, Billie Holiday and more, the Wayfarers are sure to bring their rabble-rousing, fun-loving sound into every piece they perform. Featuring Ms. Megg Farrell on vocals, The Wayfarers have no problem tackling French chanson, dixieland jazz, swing, and gypsy...(more)

Music for your wedding, company event or party! The Recessionals Jazz Band has been performing in and around New York City since 2007, and in that time has performed at nearly every major landmark the city has to offer! Through working for agencies such as First Choice Musicians (created by Musicians Local 802 featuring some of the most established of New York City's professional musicians, ) The Recessionals have developed a reputation for delivering high-energy performances at some of New...(more)

Swingadelic is the New York City Metropolitan Area's greatest “little big band” that delivers the traditional big band music of Ellington, Basie and Sinatra, mixed with the soulful sounds of Ray Charles and adds just the right dose of some swingin' Sixties grooves to come up with the most listenable and danceable music for your wedding, party or special event. Swingadelic can also provide music for your cocktail hour with sophisticated, classic standards à la George Gershwin and Cole Porter....(more)

If you love traditional dixieland jazz, this is the place. The Centennial Jazz Band has been playing hot and sweet music for 35+ years, the music of Louis Armstrong and Jelly Roll Morton, Bix Beiderbecke, Fats Waller,and Eddie Condon are among those featured.
The CJB entertains at jazz clubs, private parties, cocktail hours, concerts, weddings, steamboat cruises, festivals, dances, parades and picnics. We recently concluded a seven-year engagement playing every Saturday night at the...(more)

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Nightingale Jazz Band represents the golden age of jazz, soul and R&B music. Evoking the vibrancy and intimacy of vintage jazz, speakeasies, and classic Hollywood scores, the band provides the perfect backdrop for any event! Nightingale Jazz Band began when vocalist Nora Ritchie and pianist Alex Clough struck up a musical friendship. Both interested in playing classic jazz music in the tri-state area, the duo decided to make a band that...(more)

Created from the streets of Brooklyn, the Hot Club of Flatbush is inspired by the American hot jazz and Parisian swing bands of the 1920's - 40's. The beautiful combination of soft female vocals, violin, acoustic guitars, and stand up bass will transport you to another era where romance and jazz intertwined in every song. Inspired by legendaries such as Django Rheinhardt, Ella Fitzgerald, Duke Ellington, and Edith Piaf, the Hot Club of Flatbush is sure to please any musical palette. ...(more)

Versatility of music styles is the strength of New Deal Orchestra's Success. The young and the old have a great time dancing to this band. People go home weighing less than when they got there. Though we play with a lot of energy, the band's volume is never an issue. Big Band, Swing and Jazz, Sinatra favorites, traditional rock and roll, Motown, R&B, Disco, and party dance favorites are played with great success.
"You name it, we'll play it and your guests will love it".(more)

The hottest 20's band in the city is now on Gigmasters!
Dixieland, swing, charleston, hot jazz and old time blues will keep you dancing all night!
Miss Cara and her band (guitar, bass, drums, trumpet, clarinet and trombone) bring the authentic, real life, feet stompin', roaring 20's world with them.
Ranging from duo to septet, The Sugar Stompers have the perfect sound and look for your speakeasy party.
The band has an extensive repertoire, but are happy to fulfill any specific song...(more)

Having been a mainstay of the New York scene for over 20 years, Michael has a list of musicians to call that reads like a who's who of the jazz world. With several long term bands that he's a part of and the ability to tailor any type of band for the needs of the event, you will get what you're looking for with him. All types of Jazz groups are available ranging from organ/drums duo to piano trio, to a trio or quartet with a vocalist, up to larger groups with horn players. He can...(more)